Major Trauma Network Manager

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a senior manager to oversee the SELKaM Major Trauma Network. This pivotal role involves collaborating with clinical leaders to enhance trauma care, ensuring compliance with national standards, and managing a diverse range of stakeholders. The successful candidate will drive strategic initiatives and operational performance, fostering quality improvement and innovation throughout the trauma system. If you are passionate about making a significant impact in healthcare and possess strong leadership skills, this opportunity offers a chance to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in patient care.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Flexible Working Hours

Health and Wellness Programs

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing healthcare programs and teams.
• Strong understanding of trauma care pathways and NHS standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the trauma network’s strategic objectives with key partners.
• Ensure compliance with national standards and manage performance.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Operational Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Quality Improvement

Education

Master's Degree in Healthcare Management

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field

Tools

NHS Systems

Data Analysis Tools

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and experienced senior manager to join King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust as the SELKaM Major Trauma Network Manager. This role is responsible for leading and coordinating the South East London, Kent, and Medway Major Trauma Network (SELKaM), which includes the Major Trauma Centre at King’s College Hospital and a range of Trauma Units, Local Emergency Hospitals, and pre-hospital partners.

You will work in close partnership with the SELKaM Clinical Director and the Major Trauma General Manager to shape strategic and operational delivery across the trauma pathway, supporting excellence in trauma care and ensuring compliance with national standards, peer review, and clinical governance expectations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead the development and delivery of the trauma network’s strategic objectives in collaboration with the Clinical Director and system partners.
2. Oversee the operational performance of the network, ensuring compliance with national standards including peer review and National Major Trauma Registry (NMTR) submissions.
3. Support Trauma Units (TUs) and Local Emergency Hospitals (LEHs) to achieve and maintain accreditation, aligning services with best practice.
4. Coordinate high-quality patient pathways across the entire trauma system, from pre-hospital care through to rehabilitation and discharge.
5. Act as the primary management lead for the network, reporting to the SELKaM Trauma Board and engaging with NHS England and Integrated Care Boards (ICBs).
6. Build and maintain strong partnerships with a wide range of stakeholders including ambulance services, rehabilitation providers, and regional trauma networks.
7. Promote continuous quality improvement, innovation, and evidence-based practice across all parts of the trauma system.
8. Ensure robust emergency planning and resilience protocols are in place, including major incident preparedness.
9. Manage the network’s financial and human resources, including direct line management of administrative staff.

King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of approximately £1.8 billion, serving 1.5 million patients annually with over 15,000 staff across South East London. The Trust offers a comprehensive range of local and specialist services across five sites. Our strategy, 'Strong Roots, Global Reach,' aims to be BOLD — focusing on brilliant people, outstanding care, leadership in research, innovation, education, and a commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strive to be person-centred, digitally-enabled, and sustainable, elevating Team King’s to new heights.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and seek individuals ready to join a highly professional team and make a meaningful, lasting impact on our patients and staff.

King’s is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All through our Green Plan. In line with the national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. We encourage all staff to contribute responsibly by minimizing their environmental impact, waste, and pollution.

For further details or informal visits, contact: Ben Anthony, General Manager - Major Trauma, at [e-mail] or call 020 3299 2883.

Interviews are scheduled for June 2025.